WPM WPM Testing Standards 2

Question 1

What WPM score is generally considered average for a professional typist?

Accepted Answer

65–75 WPM

Answer

20–30 WPM

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40–50 WPM

Answer

90–100 WPM

Question 2

In a WPM test, what happens when a test-taker corrects an error before moving on?

Accepted Answer

The error is not counted in net WPM

Answer

The correction is counted as an extra error

Answer

The word is marked invalid

Answer

The test automatically restarts

Question 3

Which of the following best describes 'adjusted WPM'?

Accepted Answer

Net WPM corrected for test duration

Answer

WPM measured on a mobile device

Answer

Another name for gross WPM

Answer

WPM measured only on home row keys

Question 4

A typist types 350 characters in one minute with no errors. What is their WPM?

Accepted Answer

70 WPM

Answer

50 WPM

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60 WPM

Answer

80 WPM

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of a typing speed certification?

Accepted Answer

To verify a typist meets a minimum professional standard

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To qualify for academic scholarships

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To measure hand strength

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To certify keyboard brand proficiency

Question 6

Which test format is most commonly used in US employment screening for typing speed?

Accepted Answer

1-minute timed online typing test

Answer

5-minute dictation test

Answer

Handwritten transcription test

Answer

10-minute coding test